Comparison

Panasonic LUMIX Sync vs TroveFrame

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Panasonic LUMIX Sync

Control your Panasonic Wi-Fi camera remotely from your smartphone. Transfer images and videos, take photos with live view, and automatically record location data. Easily pair your camera and connect via Bluetooth or high-speed Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Remote camera operation
  • Live view preview
  • Image and video transfer
  • Automatic location recording
  • Easy camera pairing
  • High-speed Wi-Fi transfer
Features
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This app lets you control a Panasonic Wi-Fi camera via a smartphone. Compatible models S series: DC-S1 / S1R / S1H / S5 / BS1H / S5M2 / S5M2X / S9 G series: DC-G100 / G110 / GH5M2 / BGH1 / GH6 / G9M2 / G100D / GH7 / G97 * Remote recording and image transfer functions can be used with DC-GH5 / GH5S / G9. For using all functions, use Panasonic Image App. * For models other than the above, use Panasonic Image App. -- The Panasonic LUMIX Sync application software allows you to operate a Panasonic digital camera supporting Wi-Fi with your smartphone. With it, you can copy images into your smartphone, take pictures from your smartphone by remote control, and do more. The following major functions are available with this application. ・LUMIX Sync allows you to copy pictures and videos from the digital camera to your smartphone. ・LUMIX Sync allows you to take pictures by remote control, checking the digital camera live view on your smartphone. ・LUMIX Sync allows you to easily register a camera (camera pairing) through guidance. ・LUMIX Sync allows you to easily make a Wi-Fi connection through Bluetooth. ・The photographic location (location information) is automatically recorded to pictures, which is handy for sorting pictures later on. ・LUMIX Sync, which supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi, allows you to copy images at a higher speed through a Wi-Fi router. (*1) ・LUMIX Sync includes "User Guide", which allows you to know more about how to use it. *1: The Wi-Fi router and smartphone must support 802.11ac. [Compatible Operating Systems]   iOS 16 – 26 [Notes] ・When using an iPhone or iPad that is equipped with a GPS sensor, be aware that continued use of the GPS function can lead to a dramatic decrease in battery capacity. ・Continued use of GPS/Bluetooth running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

TroveFrame

Easily connect and manage your digital photo frame from your phone. Share photos and videos, invite family to contribute, and organize memories into albums to keep your frame filled with cherished moments.

Highlights
  • Connect and manage digital photo frames
  • Share photos and videos
  • Organize memories into albums
  • Invite family members to contribute
  • Track uploads and frame activity
Features
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App Store Description Bring your favorite moments to life with TroveFrame, the companion app for your TroveFrame digital photo frame. Connect your frame by scanning a QR code or entering an access code, then share photos and videos directly from your phone. Invite family members to contribute, organize memories into albums, and keep every connected frame filled with moments that matter. Key Features Easily connect and manage your TroveFrame devices Share photos and videos, and organize family albums Invite family members to share moments together Keep track of uploads and frame activity Whether your family is across the room or across the world, TroveFrame makes it easy to share everyday moments and stay connected. A compatible TroveFrame digital photo frame and an internet connection are required. Available features may vary depending on your role and frame configuration.

Screenshots

Panasonic LUMIX Sync4 screens
TroveFrame4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TroveFrame at 100% against Panasonic LUMIX Sync's 15%. TroveFrame also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). Panasonic LUMIX Sync's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TroveFrame holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Panasonic LUMIX Sync has 1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Panasonic LUMIX Sync's written reviews are positive against 100% of TroveFrame's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Panasonic LUMIX Sync ships an update every 3 months, TroveFrame every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Panasonic LUMIX Sync versus TroveFrame: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPanasonic LUMIX SyncTroveFrame
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (1K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size156 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPanasonic Holdings Corporationthinkfit

Customer experience

Panasonic LUMIX Sync

All ratings1,027 ratings
Positive78.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews237 reviews
Positive14.8%
Neutral7.2%
Negative78.1%

TroveFrame

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Panasonic LUMIX Sync

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to connect to camera
  • App crashes frequently
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Bluetooth pairing fails

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for RAW file transfer
  • Improve UI and user experience
  • Provide better instructions and troubleshooting
  • Add LUT support for V-Log footage
  • Implement multi-camera control

TroveFrame

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Panasonic LUMIX Sync

No in-app purchases

None

TroveFrame

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Panasonic LUMIX Sync free?
Panasonic LUMIX Sync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TroveFrame free?
TroveFrame is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Panasonic LUMIX Sync or TroveFrame?
TroveFrame is rated higher. Panasonic LUMIX Sync averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while TroveFrame averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Panasonic LUMIX Sync or TroveFrame have ads?
Neither Panasonic LUMIX Sync nor TroveFrame shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Panasonic LUMIX Sync or TroveFrame?
Panasonic LUMIX Sync ships an update every 3 months, and TroveFrame every 5 days. Most recently, Panasonic LUMIX Sync was updated on October 16, 2026 and TroveFrame on October 16, 2026.

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